Functional medicine practitioners in Adelaide

Brooke Cuman is a naturopath with an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy and is currently completing her Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) at Torrens University. She provides individualised, evidence-informed care from her Port Douglas clinic and via Australia-wide telehealth consultations, with a clinical focus on hormonal and menopausal health, gut health, stress-related fatigue and nervous system health. Brooke also has a particular interest in supporting people in high-stress professions, including nurses, paramedics and shift workers.

Rohan is a functional medicine practitioner with over 13 years of clinical experience, focused on uncovering and treating the root causes of chronic and complex health issues rather than simply managing symptoms. He has a particular interest in gut health, using detailed clinical assessment alongside advanced functional testing, including stool and microbiome analysis, to better understand issues such as bloating, digestive irregularities, food sensitivities, and gut-related fatigue. Rohan works closely with patients who have often tried multiple approaches without success, taking time to interpret results in clear, practical language and developing personalised, realistic treatment plans that support lasting improvement rather than generic protocols.

Amanda Downsborough is the Founder of Brain Kids, a Functional Medicine practice dedicated to supporting children with Autism through a personalised, evidence-informed approach. With more than 20 years of experience in child health, Amanda specialises in investigating the nutritional, gut, immune, genetic and environmental factors that may influence a child's development, behaviour, learning and overall wellbeing. She holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and has completed extensive postgraduate training in paediatric functional medicine, with a strong commitment to ongoing education and advancing care for children with neurodevelopmental conditions.

Dr Anjana is a highly experienced functional doctor who blends traditional general practice with integrative, functional and holistic medicine to get to the root cause of ill health, offering personalised, evidence-based care across areas including CIRS and mould illness, women's health, fertility, chronic fatigue, digestive health and children's behavioural concerns, all delivered through a collaborative team-based approach.

Dr Ailina Ismail helps people with fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, hormonal changes, thyroid concerns, and suspected autoimmune dysfunction understand what their body may be trying to communicate, especially when standard tests have been called “normal”. With more than 30 years of clinical experience and a strong background in conventional medicine, Dr Ailina Ismail is a Functional Medicine Doctor dedicated to helping people uncover the root causes behind persistent symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, hormonal changes, digestive issues, thyroid concerns, inflammation, and suspected autoimmune dysfunction. Her approach combines medical rigour with a comprehensive, whole-body perspective, exploring how factors including gut health, hormones, immunity, metabolism, nutrition, environment, and the nervous system may be influencing overall wellbeing. Through her signature 5R Program, Dr Ailina provides a structured and personalised framework that includes detailed history taking, functional bloodwork interpretation, lifestyle and nutrition guidance, and practical education to help clients gain clarity, feel heard, and make informed decisions about their health. She is particularly passionate about supporting health-conscious women who have struggled to find answers and are seeking a more thorough, clinically grounded approach to long-term wellness.

Angela uses the Cell to Soul Method, combining functional testing, nutritional therapy, and trauma-informed healing, to identify the deeper drivers of fatigue, hormonal imbalance, and chronic inflammation.

I’m a practising registered nurse with a background in critical care, and an accredited, certified health coach with a deep passion for women’s wellbeing. I’ve spent years supporting people through moments of uncertainty — and I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when women feel informed, heard, and cared for.

Maeve is a highly qualified clinical nutritionist specialising in autoimmune conditions and chronic health challenges. With a strong background as both a practitioner and an academic, she has devoted years to exploring the science of food and diet, leveraging their transformative impact on overall well-being. Maeve takes a collaborative approach, working alongside other health professionals within the functional medicine framework to help patients regain and sustain their health.

Dr Christabelle Yeoh has over 2 decades of experience in clinical care, most of which has focused on understanding root causes of chronic disease. She works with her patients to optimise their biophysical health, mitochondrial health, digestive function microbiome and brain performance. She applies the premise that dysfunctions can be corrected with established practices of nutritional and environmental medicine and selective rehab to support neuroplasticity. Understanding and applying the biophysics of health to optimise circadian biology underlies the foundation to health which patients with complex illnesses need. Through understanding foundational biophysics, biochemistry, functional medicine testing and medical assessments, she guides people through specific lifestyle and nutrient advice to positively influence energy and metabolism.

Dr. Jasmina Dedic-Hagan is a specialist GP and functional medicine doctor. She holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine (US) and board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine. Her areas of interest include gut health, autoimmune disease, endometriosis, PCOS, fertility, perimenopause/menopause, metabolic issues, cardiovascular disease, and sports nutrition.

Dr. Emmanuel Varipatis graduated from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in 1979 and began private practice in 1984. His interests and training in Integrative Medicine have become an essential part of his general medical practice. Dr. Varipatis specialises in: Chronic Fatigue, Weight Management, Smoking Cessation, Lifestyle Medicine, Children‚'s Health, Learning, and behaviour Conditions, Autism and ADHD, Adjunctive Cancer Care, Mood Disorders (Anxiety and Depression), Digestive and Bowel Disorders (IBS, SIBO, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis) and more.

Dr Chris Chappel is a very experienced and specialised Functional Medicine GP with special interests in diabetes remission, weight loss, mental health and gut issues.

Anja Michel is a Canberra-based Functional Medicine Practitioner and Physician Associate who pivoted from a career in biology to medicine, and then from conventional medicine to integrative care after recognising the limitations of pharmaceutical-only approaches to chronic disease. Affiliated with the Institute for Functional Medicine, she uses personalised nutrition, lifestyle medicine and evidence-based natural therapies to address root causes across a wide range of conditions including metabolic disorders, hormonal imbalances, gut health, chronic fatigue, thyroid conditions, mood disorders, and more.

Dr. Kate Norris is an Integrative Medical Doctor who combines conventional medicine with nutritional and environmental medicine. Her focus is on optimising health, preventing and treating disease, and enhancing natural beauty. Dr. Norris tailors anti-aging programs for each individual, emphasising natural-looking results. She offers consultations in Sydney, Australia, and online courses.

Functional Medicine Practitioner - Di Hill is a Perth-based Clinical Naturopath (BHSc), Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Accredited Health Coach offering online consultations across Australia. Drawing from both professional training and personal experience with chronic health conditions, Di brings a compassionate, whole-person approach to care. Her practice combines the latest evidence-based strategies with a holistic perspective to support lasting, meaningful health outcomes across all dimensions of wellbeing.

Dr. Agomuo is an experienced General Practitioner with a medical career spanning multiple continents since his graduation in 2000. A certified Examiner for the RACGP, he specializes in men’s health, skin cancer medicine, minor surgery, gerontology, and family medicine. He is also a mentor for the John Flynn Scholarship Program and a former online lecturer at the University of West Indies. Fluent in English, French, Igbo, and Spanish, Dr. Agomuo is passionate about photography, ancient history, archaeology, and theology, with research interests in metabolic pathways, lesser-known proteins, and men’s health.

As a certified and HCANZA registered Health & Wellbeing Coach, I support busy men and women in their 20s to 40s to feel their best again

I’m a Functional Medicine and NBC-HWC Health Coach, dedicated to empowering individuals with personalised, evidence-based strategies. I specialise in supporting diverse clients, including those with disabilities, seniors, and trauma survivors, by creating a safe space where they can explore their wellness goals and challenges and guiding them towards making sustainable changes that lead to long-lasting health benefits.

ulie Schutz is a Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner and a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. She has a background in physiotherapy and specialises in autoimmune conditions, lifestyle behaviour change, and mind-body medicine.

Emma McCleary is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience. She is passionate about wellness, preventative health, and weight loss. Her specialties include emergency medicine, women‚'s health, and functional medicine.

Dr. Olivia is an Australian-educated and trained doctor with a passion for preventative medicine, integrative medicine. Dr. Lesslar’s approach to clinical care is comprehensive and customised evaluating the root cause of issues for each client. Her programs incorporate all treatment modalities and are tailored to each client’s goals from risk reduction to chronic illness improvement and biohacking.

Dr. Jane Chapman is a medical doctor with a holistic approach to health and well-being. Her philosophy centres around Complete Wellness for all her patients by addressing the underlying causes of poor health. She has expertise in areas such as adrenals, digestion, DNA testing, food sensitivity, and hormones.